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YSY 238

1997 Austin Seven

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,659 mi
Last recorded4,659 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Austin Seven5,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSY 238
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2014 4,659 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 4,678 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 May 2012 4,489 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 79,326 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 78,918 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2006 78,918 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Rear Brake clevis joint locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

How Reliable is the Austin Seven?

Based on 13,637 MOT tests across 2,686 vehicles.

92.8%
Pass Rate
223
Miles/Year
101
Year Lifespan
2,686
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 108
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 105
Stop lamp not working 104
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 99
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 91
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YSY 238 is a 1997 Austin Seven in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Austin Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 5,098 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin Seven fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YSY 238, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 101 years. At 29 years old, this Austin Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YSY 238?

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What year was YSY 238 registered?

YSY 238 is a 1997 Austin Seven, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is YSY 238 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSY 238 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YSY 238 have outstanding finance?

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